The Sun was high in the sky. It was noon.
Inside the forest, hundreds of silhouettes gathered. Everyone stood respectfully and didn't dare to make a sound.
They stared at the silhouette before them as if they were looking at the God of Sorcerer. There was respect, admiration, and fanaticism.
Against everyone's admiring gazes, Ling Xian remained calm. Like an immortal, he was above everyone else.
He glanced around and rolled up his sleeve. Hundreds of Dan of the Realm Breakthrough appeared. Instantly, the aroma spread for miles, shocking everyone.
In the Sorcerer's Territory, medicinal Dans were rare items. Only big Tribes had the ability to purchase them. To the Ancient Fire Tribe, most people have never even seen a Dan before, let alone consumed one.
Therefore, everyone was stunned. Then, their breathing hastened.
Hundreds of Dans!
Even for a truly large tribe, this was a rare treasure. Naturally, it made their hearts burn with desire.
The Ancient One, in particular, found it hard to contain his excitement.
"This Dan is called the Dan of the Realm Breakthrough. I don't care if you've heard of it or not, I am going to introduce it in detail."
"Its effect is very simple. It is to squeeze out a living being's lifespan and potential to achieve breakthroughs."
"Based on my calculations, an original leveled cultivator who consumes 10 Dans will reach the stage of choosing their path. The price to pay is 100 years of lifespan."
"In other words, one Dan costs 10 years of lifespan."
"The limit for everyone is 10 Dans. Once this number is reached, one cannot consume it anymore and one's capabilities will be forever stagnant. "
Ling Xian's expression was serious as he said in a low voice, "So, whether or not you consume it is up to you." At those words, the entire place erupted.
"So it's the Dan of the Realm Breakthrough. It uses one's future and lifespan as the price to increase one's cultivation level!"
"Though if I consume this Dan, I will be cutting off my cultivation path. Even if I don't accept it, with my natural talent, it will be hard for me to improve."
"Yeah, to people like us who have no hope in cultivation, this is not a poison, it is a hope!"
Everyone chimed in and then fell silent.
Ling Xian had stated the pros and cons. Now, it was their turn to make the decision.
At this, the Ancient One's lips moved but he didn't say anything.
For one, Ling Xian had warned him not to force himself. For two, he didn't want to sacrifice something for the Tribe's rise.
Ling Xian waited patiently.
This was a decision that could change their fate. He had no right to interfere and could only leave it up to them.
After a while, many people expressed their willingness to consume the Realm-breaking Pill.
"Even if I don't take this pill, I won't be able to improve. I might as well give up my future and lifespan to protect the tribe and let the next generation grow up healthily!"
"That's right. I didn't have much hope for the Dao Selection Period. Now that I have the Limit-Breaking Pill, I have no reason to reject it!"
"For people like me with no potential, this pill is hope. It's a panacea, not a poison!"
Many people spoke up. There was no bitterness in their words. Instead, they were filled with joy.
Although the price was their lifespan and future, for people like them who had no hope of cultivation, there was no future at all. Instead of being muddle-headed, it was better to have a moment of glory and contribute to the tribe.
As for lifespan, it was nothing.
Once he broke through to the Dao Choosing Stage, his lifespan would immediately increase by 500 years. Even if it decreased by 100 years, he would still have 400 years to live.
This was equivalent to earning 400 years for free, and it was 400 years of glory. How could they not be willing? How could he not be happy?
"Very well."
Ling Xian softly grinned. "But I have to make one thing clear. Those with talent cannot consume it. Because only those who reach a higher level with their own abilities are the hope of the Ancient Fire Tribe!"
Hearing this, everyone nodded from the bottom of their hearts. The way they looked at him was more and more respectful.
If a tribe wants to survive, relying on the Limit-Breaking Pill was useless. The real hope lies in the talented ones.
Only in this way could the tribe prosper and never decline!
Ling Xian had stated that those with potential were not allowed to consume it. This was purely for the good of the Ancient Fire Tribe. Naturally, everyone respected him even more.
To put it bluntly, Ling Xian's prestige in everyone's hearts had surpassed that of the Ancient One!
The Ancient One was well aware of this, but he wasn't the slightest bit unhappy.
Because he knew that Ling Xian would never seize power. If he wanted to, he would've taken the Fire of Zhurong a long time ago. He wouldn't have helped the Ancient Fire Tribe rise.
"Now, let's collect the Dan."
Ling Xian rolled up his sleeve and hundreds of Dans flew to the Ancient One. "Everyone, 10. If it's not enough, come find me."
Then, under everyone's respectful gaze, he turned around and returned to the stone house.
He had fulfilled his promise. What happens next has nothing to do with him.
Seeing Ling Xian leave, Gu Na's eyes flickered. She quietly avoided everyone's gaze and followed him.
"Senior, can I also consume the Limit-Breaking Dan?" Gu Na asked directly.
"You?"
Ling Xian frowned. He had seen Gu Na's bone age. She was only 24 years old, but her cultivation level was already at the completion level. This talent could be said to be extraordinary.
Therefore, he rejected, "No, your natural talent is not bad. I cannot waste it."
"But I also want to contribute to the tribe." Gu Na's eyes dimmed a little. "Senior, can you make an exception for me?"
"There is no room for discussion. If you really want to contribute to the tribe, then focus on your training. Don't think about leveling up too quickly."
Ling Xian stroked the cat's soft fur. "I told you, people with potential like you are the true hope of the Ancient Fire Tribe. I cannot give you up so easily."
Hearing this, Gu Na fell silent.
After a while, she smiled brightly. "I understand, Senior. Do not worry. I will train hard and get rid of those unrealistic thoughts."
"That's for the best." Ling Xian waved his hand and signaled for Gu Na to leave.
Seeing this, Gu Na looked at the Undead Cat reluctantly and left.
"Before long, the Ancient Fire Tribe will have a group of cultivators. When that time comes, I will have fulfilled my promise."
Ling Xian stroked the Undead Cat. His eyes shone with anticipation.
As long as he fulfilled his promise, he would receive 30 percent of the Zhu Rong Real Fire. Why wouldn't he be excited?
"I sure want to see just how powerful the legendary Zhu Rong Real Fire is." Ling Xian grinned. Thinking about the totem of the Burning Fire Tribe, his anticipation increased a few notches.
Then, he played with the Undead Cat and waited patiently.
One day later, the news that he wanted to meet Qing Yun spread throughout the Cang Yue Mountains.
It was said that after hearing the news, Qing Yun flew into a rage and smashed everything in his residence. It could be said that he was furious.
Everyone in the Qing Water Tribe was also angry, but there was nothing they could do.
Even the strongest cultivator in the Cang Yue Mountains couldn't stop one move from Ling Xian. What could Qing Yun do? No matter how unwilling he was and how angry he was, he had to admit defeat!
Otherwise, the Qing Water Tribe would follow in the Fire Tribe's footsteps.
Therefore, two days later, Qing Yun brought the old man to the Ancient Fire Tribe.
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